Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to subtract fractions with like denominators?

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Subtracting fractions with like denominators means you keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators.

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What is the result of 7/7 - 5/7?

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2/7

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What is the result of 4/4 - 1/4?

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3/4

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How do you simplify the fraction 4/12?

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Divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 4. The simplified fraction is 1/3.

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What is the numerator in the fraction 8/12?

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8

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What is the denominator in the fraction 8/12?

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12

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If Cadence needs 12 colored pencils and has 4, how many more does she need?

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She needs 8 more pencils, which is represented as 8/12 of the total.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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Ensure the fractions have the same denominator.

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What is the result of 3/5 - 1/5?

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2/5